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University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN

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UMN Youth Central (program listings for kids)

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UMN Youth Central (program listings for kids)

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https://youthcentral.umn.edu/

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K-12 Programs at the University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota offers hundreds of programs each year to engage youth in every corner of the state. Whatever your child's interests, we have a program that fits-along with the staff and faculty trained to enlighten minds and fulfill curiosity.

From a week of climbing trees (while learning about arborists), to learning about bees at the Bell (it's all the buzz), to discussing planes, trains, and automobiles (while learning about transportation careers), we have it all.

Help youth to discover what drives their passion.
Search for Programs

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The University of Minnesota offers hundreds of programs each year to engage youth in every corner of the state. Whatever your child's interests, we have a program that fits-along with the staff and faculty trained to enlighten minds and fulfill curiosity.

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117 Pleasant Street Southeast, Minneapolis, MN 55455

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https://cse.umn.edu/college/k-12-outreach/discover-stem

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STEM summer program for students entering 11th or 12th gradeWhere can your interest in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics take you?During our interactive summer programs, you will network with peers while learning about current topics in research and exploring academic programs and career pathways through presentations, laboratory tours, science experiments, technology demonstrations, and Q&A sessions. Presenters may include College of Science and Engineering (CSE) faculty and graduate researchers, recent alumni in industry, and undergraduate students. Each session will have a unique schedule representing the variety of STEM pathways available through the College of Science and Engineering.Summer 2025Summer 2025 programs will be offered in person. We are committed to providing a safe and engaging environment for our community, and all sessions will follow the health and safety recommendations of industry authorities (e.g. American Camp Association, Minnesota Department of Health, Center for Disease Control). Additional information will be available to admitted students in May. Location: University of Minnesota Twin Cities CampusDates: All programs will be held from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. dailyMonday, July 28-Friday, Aug. 1, orMonday, Aug. 4-Friday, Aug. 8, orMonday, Aug. 11-Friday, Aug. 15CostThanks to the generosity of 3M, there is no cost to apply and attend Discover STEM.Application informationDue to limited space, admission to Discover STEM is expected to be competitive. The competitiveness of admission will be based on the number of applications received and the applicants’ qualifications. Enrolling an academically qualified, diverse student body is essential to Discover STEM, so applicants from underrepresented communities are especially encouraged to apply.Eligibility criteriaHigh school students entering grades 11 or 12 in fall 2024Priority will be given to students who have not previously participated in Discover STEMApplication submission requirementsApplications can be submitted fully online or fully by mail by request. Applications submitted in multiple parts and/or formats will not be reviewed for admission.Applications must include the applicant’s high school transcript (unofficial copies are acceptable) and personal statement responses.Apply now!For further details about the mail submission process, please contact cseoutreach@umn.edu.Admission timelineApplications will be reviewed holistically by committee after the Friday, April 25, 2025, application deadline. Students will be notified of their application status via email no later than Friday, Friday, May 9, 2025. Upon admission, students will have 10 business days to confirm their enrollment by submitting their enrollment fee or scholarship request. Applicants who are not initially accepted will be automatically added to the waiting list and notified if a spot becomes available to them.Admission decisionsAdmission decisions are based on the holistic assessment of each applicant’s academics and individual circumstances (listed below). The strongest consideration in the decision is given to academics, but no single factor will be the deciding factor.In addition to academics, individual circumstances are also considered as part of the overall assessment of each application, and should be highlighted in the applicant’s recommendation and personal statement responses:Outstanding talent, achievement, or aptitude in a particular areaStrong commitment to community service and leadershipContribution to the cultural, gender, age, economic, racial, or geographic diversity of the student bodyExperience of having overcome social, economic, or physical barriers to educational achievementFirst-generation college studentSignificant responsibility in a family, community, job, or activityExtenuating circumstancesFor more information, send an email to CSEoutreach@umn.edu.Discover STEM is sponsored by

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2221 University Avenue Southeast, Minneapolis, MN 55414

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National Summer Transportation Institute (grades 7-9)

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National Summer Transportation Institute (grades 7-9)

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https://www.cts.umn.edu/education/k-12/nsti

Entering grades 7-9

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National Summer Transportation Institute | Center for Transportation Studies

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2025 CampJuly 14–25, 20259:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily.Contact ctscamps@umn.edu for more information, and check out highlights and a photo slideshow from our 2024 camp.

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1536 Cleveland Avenue North, St Paul, MN 55108

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UMN RecWell Youth Programs (Mpls and St. Paul)

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UMN RecWell Youth Programs (Mpls and St. Paul)

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https://recwell.umn.edu/youth

Summer Camps

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About Youth Programs | Recreation and Wellness

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All youth camps include swimming, rock climbing, art instruction, themed activities, and recreational games. Our Minnesota Sport Schools, Kids’ University, and Discovering ‘U’ camps also include two to three hours of specialized instruction, which ranges from sports to science to art. Experience a summer of fun and growth with Youth Programs!

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Adventures in Cardboard (ages 8-16 across the Twin Cities)

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Adventures in Cardboard (ages 8-16 across the Twin Cities)

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Camps across the Twin Cities area

https://adventuresincardboard.com/

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Adventures in Cardboard | Inspiring Creative Outdoor Play!

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Most of our post-consumer cardboard is generously supplied by…

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Valleyfair, Valley Fair Drive, Shakopee, MN 55379

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If you get a Gold Pass in August, it's good for the following full year (so it's like getting a year and a half)

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Miniapple International Montessori Schools, 5th Street Southeast, Minneapolis, MN

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Miniapple International Montessori Schools, 5th Street Southeast, Minneapolis, MN

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Miniapple International Montessori Schools, 5th Street Southeast, Minneapolis, MN

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Many UMN families go there, convenient.

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Find a Daycare or Preschool Near Me | Cadence Education

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Cadence Academy has 200+ early childhood education centers across the United States. Search for a daycare, preschool, or child care center near you.

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Community Child Care Center 1250 Fifield Ave, Saint Paul, MN

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Community Child Care Center 1250 Fifield Ave, Saint Paul, MN

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16 months to 5 years

Monday through Friday: 7:15 AM to 6:00PM

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Community Child Care Center (CCCC) is a NAEYC accredited, fully licensed child care center located in the Commonwealth Terrace Cooperative (CTC) on the St. Paul campus of the University of Minnesota. Services are provided for families of the CTC community, University of Minnesota students, faculty, and staff, and the surrounding communities.

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Community Child Care Center (CCCC) is a NAEYC accredited, fully licensed child care center located in the Commonwealth Terrace Cooperative (CTC) on the St. Paul campus of the University of Minnesota. Services are provided for families of the CTC community, University of Minnesota students, faculty, and staff, and the surrounding communities.

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https://lab-school.umn.edu/

https://lab-school.umn.edu/prospective-families/full-day-program/

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Child Development Laboratory School – Institute of Child Development